Senior White House officials under the Trump administration held a series of crisis meetings to address issues surrounding the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, according to a New York Times investigation.

The meetings, which took place in the White House Situation Room, involved the president's top advisers as they worked to manage what sources described as a significant administrative challenge. Officials gathered multiple times to discuss the handling of the sensitive documents.

According to the Times reporting, there were disagreements among senior staff during these meetings about how to proceed with the document release process. The sessions reflected broader concerns within the administration about managing the situation.

The meetings centered on the president's approach to releasing the Epstein-related files, with advisers working to develop a coordinated response strategy. The Times investigation suggests these discussions represented a significant focus of attention for senior White House personnel during this period.

The Situation Room meetings underscore the level of attention the Epstein document issue received within the highest levels of the Trump administration, with multiple senior officials dedicating time to addressing the matter through formal crisis management procedures.